Her performances at the Met in recent years in “Carmen” (her 2011 debut), “Il Trovatore” and “Prince Igor” made her potential in this repertoire clear. But Ms. Netrebko, who started off as a lyric soprano, has been more of a surprise as she’s moved into challenging bel canto repertory and weightier and more dramatic roles. Ms. Netrebko seemed at once a young woman, in helpless love with the enemy, and a captive princess, indignant and agonized over what to do to help her people. At this stage of her career, Ms. Netrebko’s voice abounds in richness, depth and dusky colorings. In climactic outbursts, when she summoned all her smoldering power, Ms. Netrebko sent phrases slicing through the brassy orchestra and into the house.

Source: New York Times September 27, 2018 17:32 UTC